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'Lot of threats you don't know about': Trump confirms switching planes

'Lot of threats you don't know about': Trump confirms switching planes

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Donald Trump confirms he secretly switched planes after the NATO Summit in Turkiye due to a 'threat' from Iran.

Capsey, Knight fifties floor India in 3rd women's T20I, England win series 2-1

Capsey, Knight fifties floor India in 3rd women's T20I, England win series 2-1

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Alice Capsey's explosive 82 and Heather Knight's unbeaten 70 guided England to a six-wicket win over India in Taunton, sealing the Women's T20I series 2-1 ahead of the T20 World Cup.

New T20 King! Jos Buttler Smashes All-Time Record

New T20 King! Jos Buttler Smashes All-Time Record

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

England's Jos Buttler has surpassed West Indies legend Kieron Pollard to become the leading run-scorer in T20 history, achieving this milestone during a Men's Hundred match where he scored an unbeaten 51 off 20 balls.

Why Siraj could be India's secret weapon in Sri Lanka

Why Siraj could be India's secret weapon in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Mohammed Siraj is poised to lead India's pace attack in the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, stepping into the crucial role in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah.

Tilak Varma: 'Just a matter of one match or one series to get back the momentum'

Tilak Varma: 'Just a matter of one match or one series to get back the momentum'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian batter Tilak Varma has defended his batting approach during the recent tours of Ireland and England, stating that his strike rate was dictated by match situations and team requirements rather than personal preference. He emphasised his commitment to adapting his game, whether it means aggressive hitting or anchoring the innings, based on the team's needs, especially when wickets were falling frequently.

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Dilip Sardesai Gate Board Unveiled At Wankhede Stadium

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has honoured the late batting great Dilip Sardesai by unveiling the 'Dilip Sardesai Gate No. 3 Board' at the Wankhede Stadium on his 86th birth anniversary.

India's Hockey World Cup Journey: From 1971 to 2023

India's Hockey World Cup Journey: From 1971 to 2023

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

India's men's hockey team has experienced a varied journey in the World Cup, from winning bronze in 1971 and gold in 1975 to a prolonged period without a podium finish.

India Women Aim To Fine-Tune T20 World Cup Prep Against England

India Women Aim To Fine-Tune T20 World Cup Prep Against England

Rediff.com27 May 2026

India Women's cricket team will face England in a three-match T20 series as a final preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

P V Sindhu: 'I Am Coming At The Top Of My Game'

P V Sindhu: 'I Am Coming At The Top Of My Game'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

'Frankly, I'm in that zone for another Olympics.'

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's top-seeded men's and women's table tennis teams secured identical 3-0 victories over Zimbabwe and Maldives, respectively, marking a commanding start to their campaign at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi.

CWG 2026: India's Women Boxers Win Record 5 Gold Medals

CWG 2026: India's Women Boxers Win Record 5 Gold Medals

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

India won their fifth gold medal in the Commonwealth Games boxing competition with Arundhati Choudhary beating Chantelle Reid of England in the women's 70kg final in Glasgow on Saturday.

Difficult to think of cricket without ODIs: Jonty Rhodes

Difficult to think of cricket without ODIs: Jonty Rhodes

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Former South Africa cricketer Jonty Rhodes believes that while bilateral ODI series may become fewer in the future, the 50-over format is unlikely to disappear entirely, with passionate fans continuing to support their teams.

How India Bowling Coach Joshi Helped Bishnoi Bounce Back To Form

How India Bowling Coach Joshi Helped Bishnoi Bounce Back To Form

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

India bowling coach Sunil Joshi revealed that a minor adjustment in leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi's run-up was crucial in helping him regain his rhythm against Zimbabwe, following a challenging performance against England.

Women's Hockey Team Embarks On Final World Cup Preparations In Europe

Women's Hockey Team Embarks On Final World Cup Preparations In Europe

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Indian women's hockey team has departed for Frankfurt, Germany, to complete its final preparations for the upcoming FIH World Cup. The team will play practice matches and train in Europe before heading to the Netherlands for the tournament, where they will face China, South Africa, and England in Pool D.

'Spain Will Win FIFA World Cup'

'Spain Will Win FIFA World Cup'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Former India captain Climax Lawrence has predicted Spain to lift the FIFA World Cup, praising their tactical discipline and fitness.

Will Bumrah Recover In Time For Sri Lanka Tests?

Will Bumrah Recover In Time For Sri Lanka Tests?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

India's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka is expected to be announced next week, with fitness concerns surrounding pace leader Jasprit Bumrah.

Kuldeep Should Be Playing Regularly: Harbhajan

Kuldeep Should Be Playing Regularly: Harbhajan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

'If I was with the team, I would pick bowlers who I feel can pick wickets and win matches for me with the ball.'

Tejas Shirse Secures Spot in Commonwealth Games 110m Hurdles Final

Tejas Shirse Secures Spot in Commonwealth Games 110m Hurdles Final

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian athlete Tejas Shirse has qualified for the men's 110 m hurdles final at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, securing a third-place finish in his heat with a time of 13.76 seconds.

Afghanistan secure 2027 World Cup spot, West Indies to play qualifiers

Afghanistan secure 2027 World Cup spot, West Indies to play qualifiers

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Afghanistan has secured automatic qualification for the 2027 Cricket World Cup after defeating Ireland, while the West Indies, ranked 10th, will once again have to navigate qualifiers for the third consecutive edition of the tournament.

Rohit Sharma's ODI Career Nears End As BCCI Plans For Future

Rohit Sharma's ODI Career Nears End As BCCI Plans For Future

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

BCCI selectors have reportedly informed Rohit Sharma that they plan to move on from him after the ODI series against England.

Vaibhav's game awareness has skyrocketed in last six months, says V V S Laxman

Vaibhav's game awareness has skyrocketed in last six months, says V V S Laxman

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's interim head coach VVS Laxman on Sunday said Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's game awareness has "skyrocketed" in the last six months, with the teenage batting sensation's growing maturity helping him handle pressure situations in the early stages of his international career.

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Sanju Samson reveals Virat Kohli's advice on fitness, discipline and lifestyle, while explaining why he quit cricket's 'rat race' before becoming India's T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament.

Sahith Theegala In Contention For Top-10 At Wyndham Championship

Sahith Theegala In Contention For Top-10 At Wyndham Championship

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Indian-origin golfer Sahith Theegala is in contention for a Top-10 finish at the Wyndham Championship, the final regular-season PGA TOUR event. Despite a mixed third round, he remains close to the leaders, aiming for a strong performance to boost his FedExCup Play-offs chances. Beau Hossler and Michael Brennan currently share the lead.

Laxman Praises Shreyas Iyer's Leadership After T20I Series Win

Laxman Praises Shreyas Iyer's Leadership After T20I Series Win

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian stand-in coach VVS Laxman has lauded T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer for securing his first-ever T20I series win as captain in Zimbabwe, praising his optimism and the team's 'collective effort' and 'winners' mindset' following a 3-0 clean sweep.

Siwach Wins Opening Bout At Commonwealth Games

Siwach Wins Opening Bout At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian boxer Sachin Siwach defeated Canada's Keoma Al-Ahmadieh in a 4-1 split decision to advance to the pre-quarterfinals of the Commonwealth Games boxing competition.

CWG 2026: Ronaldo 20th in time trial as India's cyclists fail to win medal

CWG 2026: Ronaldo 20th in time trial as India's cyclists fail to win medal

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Ronaldo Singh Laitonjam finished 20th in the men's 1000m time trial, while Harshveer Singh Sekhon and Dinesh Kumar were eliminated from the men's 40km points race in the heats at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries

BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia is set to meet Head Of Cricket VVS Laxman to review the rehabilitation management programme at the Centre of Excellence (COE) following a spate of injuries to key Indian players. The meeting aims to address concerns regarding player fitness and the effectiveness of the COE's injury management protocols.

Six attempts, one lift: Nirupama's CWG heartbreak

Six attempts, one lift: Nirupama's CWG heartbreak

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian weightlifter Nirupama Devi had a challenging debut at the Commonwealth Games, failing to register a total in the women's 63kg category after only one successful lift out of six attempts. Despite her personal struggles, the Indian weightlifting contingent has secured six medals at the Games.

Will Mohammad Amir Play IPL? He Finally Responds

Will Mohammad Amir Play IPL? He Finally Responds

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, now eligible for the IPL due to his British citizenship, has stated he is keeping his options open regarding participation. While confirming his involvement in the PSL from 2027 as an overseas player, Amir remained non-committal about playing in the IPL, despite his new eligibility allowing him to play as a British overseas player.

Spain's Tactical Brilliance Sets Up FIFA World Cup Final

Spain's Tactical Brilliance Sets Up FIFA World Cup Final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Former India internationals analyse Spain's dominant performance in the FIFA World Cup, highlighting their tactical discipline and defensive solidity. They also offer divided opinions on the highly anticipated semi-final clash between England and Argentina, discussing key players like Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, and Harry Kane, and the tactical approaches both teams might employ.

Virat Kohli's 'non-negotiable intensity' pushes teammates to 'stretch limits': Ex-India fielding coach

Virat Kohli's 'non-negotiable intensity' pushes teammates to 'stretch limits': Ex-India fielding coach

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Former India fielding coach T Dilip reveals that Virat Kohli's unwavering intensity on the field and in practice sessions has a profound impact, compelling at least five other players to 'stretch their limits' and significantly elevating India's fielding standards.

FIFA World Cup: Is Everything OK Between Bellingham and Tuchel?

FIFA World Cup: Is Everything OK Between Bellingham and Tuchel?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

After England's 2-1 World Cup quarter-final win over Norway, midfielder Jude Bellingham pushed back against manager Thomas Tuchel's "sloppy" performance assessment, highlighting the team's resilience and the challenging conditions. Despite the friction, Bellingham's two goals were crucial in securing England's semi-final spot, underscoring his vital role in the tournament.

Travis Head makes history with back-to-back Allan Border Medals

Travis Head makes history with back-to-back Allan Border Medals

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Australian batter Travis Head has become only the fifth player to win consecutive Allan Border Medals, edging out Alex Carey by a single vote for the country's top men's individual cricket award.

India rewrites Commonwealth Games judo history with two golds and a silver

India rewrites Commonwealth Games judo history with two golds and a silver

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

India's judokas scripted history at the Commonwealth Games on Friday as Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh clinched the country's first-ever gold medals in the sport, while Yamini Mourya added a silver to cap the nation's best-ever judo campaign.

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

3rd T20I: India women aim to clinch series vs England, address batting concerns

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Indian women's cricket team will be looking to address their middle-order concerns in the final T20 International against England, aiming for a series-clinching victory ahead of the T20 World Cup.

India Women's Tour to South Africa Expanded with T20Is

India Women's Tour to South Africa Expanded with T20Is

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Cricket South Africa has revised the India women's team tour schedule to include three T20Is, a Test, and three ODIs, extending the tour until December 30.

Siwach, Ankush One Win Away From Commonwealth Games Medals

Siwach, Ankush One Win Away From Commonwealth Games Medals

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Indian boxers Sachin Siwach and rising youngster Ankush have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of their respective weight categories at the Commonwealth Games. Both athletes are now just one victory away from securing a medal for India.

Ecstacy And Relief After Argentina Pull Off Another Great Escape

Ecstacy And Relief After Argentina Pull Off Another Great Escape

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

Lionel Messi's Argentina celebrate after their come-from-behind win over England in the FIFA World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

FIFA opens proceedings against Argentina over Falklands message, post-final brawl

FIFA opens proceedings against Argentina over Falklands message, post-final brawl

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

FIFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina's football association (AFA) and its players for several alleged breaches at the World Cup, including the holding up of a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.

Joe Root's 99 Shows Why Team Always Comes First

Joe Root's 99 Shows Why Team Always Comes First

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's unbeaten 99 not out guided England to a four-wicket victory over India in the second ODI in Cardiff, levelling the series 1-1. Despite falling one run short of a century, Root's selfless approach, prioritising the team's win over his personal milestone, earned widespread praise.